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Fresno
Monday, November 10th, 2025
Good morning, Fresno. Here's your local news at a glance for Monday, the 10th of November.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Bernard Mendoza, owner of BenSmokin BBQ in the Tower District, will host a Thanksgiving dinner to feed 1,000 people in need using donations and his own funds after a viral TikTok video sparked strong community support. The plan includes contributions such as bounce houses and portable restrooms (helping to meet rising needs amid federal food cuts). ABC30
- ➤ Volunteers from Islamic Relief USA packed 400 boxes with food staples like pasta, flour, and rice to help households in need across Fresno. The boxes weigh about 45 pounds each and will be delivered as part of aid efforts during the government shutdown + to support more families. KMPH
- ➤ Communities across Central California will honor veterans on Tuesday, November 11, with events ranging from the 106th Veterans Day Parade at Fresno City Hall on P Street at 11:11 a.m. to pancake breakfasts and memorial ceremonies in Clovis, Merced, Madera, and Tulare — with a luncheon today at the Mariposa Senior Center celebrating free meals for veterans. KMJ Now
- ➤ Yesterday, Jorgia's Impact Foundation held an Autism Awareness toy drive in Northeast Fresno at Shaw Avenue and First Street that brought holiday cheer as donors received pancakes with their gifts—another drive will collect toys on November 15 and families can register for the December 13 toy event. ABC30
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ On Nov. 7, Paulina Feire Vasconez, a postdoctoral researcher and lecturer at Fresno State, joined a webinar with Bao Johri where she explained how she used AI with machine learning and spectroscopy to spot dairy defects—her work reduced testing time from hours to seconds while boosting safety and quality. The Collegian
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ More than 2,200 flights were canceled and over 7,500 delayed on Sunday across the United States, though travelers at Fresno Yosemite Airport did not face delays. Local travel agents say they will monitor the situation as the government shutdown continues and warn that Thanksgiving travel may see more changes. ABC30
- ➤ On Saturday, Congressman Costa awarded medals to eight veterans from the Korean and Vietnam Wars at the Fresno Veteran Home—this marked his second ceremony this year to honor their service. The awards serve as a reminder of our community's deep gratitude for the sacrifices made by those in the U.S. Armed Forces. KMPH
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ A Visalia family is fighting a tough battle with cancer as their 17-year-old son Hunter Ellis finished his first round of chemotherapy at Valley Children’s Hospital after being diagnosed on October 24 and having his cancer spread to his lungs. After Brandy Ames lost her job in January, the family lost their home and car—forcing them to rely on donations, community support, and church prayers while Hunter hopes to finish treatment in December and graduate high school. KMPH
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ Fresno State will host Wyoming on November 15 at 10:30 p.m. EST on Fox Sports 1 as both teams seek to boost their standings in Mountain West Conference action (Fresno State is 6-3 while Wyoming is 4-5). ABC30
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Fresno State vs. Seattle University Women's Basketball
6:30-8:30 p.m. — Save Mart Center — Ticket prices vary — Cheer for the Bulldogs as they take on the Redhawks in an exciting women's basketball matchup.
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Eric Church Concert
11:30 a.m. - 9:30 p.m. — Save Mart Center — Ticket prices vary — Enjoy a night of country music with Eric Church and special guest Charles Wesley Godwin.
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The Winehouse Revival Tribute Concert
9 PM — The Howlin Wolf — $10 at the door — Experience the soulful revival of Amy Winehouse's iconic tracks through the stunning vocals of Coco Lamarr.
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The Jins Live Performance
7-8:30 p.m. — Strummer's Bar & Grill — Under 21 includes admission ticket + complimentary water — Experience the electrifying energy and unique sound of The Jins as they perform their indie rock hits.
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Fresno State Bulldogs vs. Stephen F. Austin Lumberjacks Basketball
6-8 p.m. — Save Mart Center — Premium parking available — Catch an exciting college basketball matchup in Fresno.
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The Big Tell Showcase
7-11:30 p.m. — Tower Theatre for the Performing Arts — Free entry — Celebrate Central Valley's stories through captivating local documentaries.
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Fresno State Bulldogs Men's Basketball vs. University of New Orleans
6-8 p.m. — Save Mart Center — Ticket prices vary — Witness an exciting basketball clash as the Bulldogs take on the Privateers.
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MANA Concert
8:30-10:30 p.m. — Save Mart Center — Ticket prices vary — Experience the Latin rock legends MANÁ live in Fresno.
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Hoover High Class of 2005 20th Reunion
6-10 p.m. — LOCKED IN — Tickets available — Celebrate two decades of memories with music, food, and fun from the 2000s.
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Emily Marie Lopez Junior Student Recital
12:30-1:30 p.m. — Wahlberg Recital Hall — Tickets available online — Experience the vocal talents of junior student Emily Marie Lopez in a delightful recital.
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